Senegal v Egypt, x.com/CAF_Online January 14, 2026, 10:59 p.m

In the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations, Senegal faced Egypt in Tangier and narrowly won to advance to the knockout round of the tournament.

“Lions of Teranga” were able to control the game, interrupting the opponent’s attacks and forcing them to play on the counter-attack. The first half was goalless and without special moments, apart from a few cautions for Abdelmaguid, Koulibaly and Diarra.

In the second half, Egypt defended even more actively, but in the 78th minute, Mane took advantage of a rebound and hit the left post, setting the final score – 1-0 in favor of Senegal. After this attack of the “Pharaohs”, nothing was changed.

The final whistle sent Senegal to the decider, with Egypt fighting for third place.

FOR YOUR ATTENTION VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MATCH SENEGAL – EGYPT IN THE 1/2 FINAL OF THE CUP OF AFRICAN NATIONS-2025:

Senegal — Egypt 1:0
Goal: Manet, 78

Senegal: Mendy — Diatta, Koulibaly (M. Sarr, 23), Niakate, M. Diouf — Diarra (Kamara, 46), I. Gouet, P. Gouet (Siss, 90+1) — I. Ndiaye (I. Sarre, 85), Jackson (S. Ndiaye, 85), Mane.